CMA

Budget makes important strides to support Canadians, but greater commitment from Federal government needed to improve health

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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Canadian Medical Association, Healthcare in Canada, Ottawa, CMA

OTTAWA, March 19, 2019 /CNW/ -Today's federal budget touches on a broad range of issues that are important to Canadians.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, March 19, 2019 /CNW/ -Today's federal budget touches on a broad range of issues that are important to Canadians.
  • While these measures are welcome, more needs to be done to address the overall state of health and health care in Canada, says the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).
  • The CMA welcomes the government's commitment to improving access to high-speed internet for all Canadians.
  • Absent from the budget, however, are specific commitments to address the health effects of climate change on Canadians.

Dr. Suzanne Strasberg named new CMA board chair

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Monday, March 4, 2019
Canadian Medical Association, Ottawa, Ontario Medical Association, CMA, Health, Organizations

OTTAWA, March 4, 2019 /CNW/ -Following an extensive nation-wide recruitment process, Dr. Suzanne Strasberg has been named as board chair for the Canadian Medical Association Board of Directors, effective August 14, 2019.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, March 4, 2019 /CNW/ -Following an extensive nation-wide recruitment process, Dr. Suzanne Strasberg has been named as board chair for the Canadian Medical Association Board of Directors, effective August 14, 2019.
  • Dr. Strasberg brings extensive experience in medicine, medical leadership and board governance.
  • She has served as a board member with the CMA, and as board chair, board director and president of the Ontario Medical Association.
  • She is taking on the role of CMA board chair after four years as board chair for MD Financial Holdings Inc., where she developed a deep understanding of the needs of physicians at all stages of their careers.

CMA and nabs Canada Announce New Partnership

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Thursday, February 21, 2019
CMA, Medical education in the United States

"The vast majority of the people nabs serves are connected to one of our members, and we are well aware of the profound impact of nabs' assistance."

Key Points: 
  • "The vast majority of the people nabs serves are connected to one of our members, and we are well aware of the profound impact of nabs' assistance."
  • As part of the partnership, the CMA will offer one spot in its Chartered Marketer program , a two-year designation program valued at $8,000, to an individual identified by nabs.
  • "nabs is a critical and important resource that all our members can access and support," noted CMA board chair and former national nabs board chair, Aldo Cundari.
  • As the leading marketing association in Canada, the CMA is proud to partner with nabs."

Rescue Facility, Home to Winter the Dolphin, Launches Global Research Institute

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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Clearwater Marine Aquarium, Clearwater, CMA, Manatee, Aquarium, Mammals, Florida, Vertebrates

CMA has merged with renowned research organization Sea to Shore Alliance, introducing a new division under CMA called Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute.

Key Points: 
  • CMA has merged with renowned research organization Sea to Shore Alliance, introducing a new division under CMA called Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute.
  • The merger of Clearwater Marine Aquarium and Sea to Shore Alliance under the Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute banner will generate an expansion of this critical work.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the launch of Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute and the merging with this team of transformative scientists.
  • Through Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute, CMA conducts important global research focused on protecting manatees, right whales and sea turtles.

CMA (Certified Management Accountant) Certification Exam to Be Updated With an Increased Focus on Technology in January 2020

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Accounting, Business, Management accounting, Economy, Certified Management Accountant, Institute of Certified Management Accountants, Institute of Management Accountants, Accountant, Professional certification, CMA, Certified Financial Manager, Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka

ICMA (The Institute of Certified Management Accountants), the certification division of IMA (The Institute of Management Accountants), announced today that it is making changes to its CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam.

Key Points: 
  • ICMA (The Institute of Certified Management Accountants), the certification division of IMA (The Institute of Management Accountants), announced today that it is making changes to its CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam.
  • The updates to the exam are being made to ensure the CMA remains relevant in the ever-evolving environment of the management accounting profession.
  • The updated exam will continue to be two parts, with each part containing 100 multiple-choice questions and two essays.
  • The global responses from more than 2,000 professionals will be reflected in the updated exam in January 2020.

CMA (Certified Management Accountant) Certification Exam to Be Updated With an Increased Focus on Technology in January 2020

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Wednesday, January 9, 2019
Accounting, Business, Management accounting, Economy, Certified Management Accountant, Institute of Certified Management Accountants, Institute of Management Accountants, Accountant, Professional certification, CMA, Certified Financial Manager, Institute of Certified Management Accountants of Sri Lanka

ICMA (The Institute of Certified Management Accountants), the certification division of IMA (The Institute of Management Accountants), announced today that it is making changes to its CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam.

Key Points: 
  • ICMA (The Institute of Certified Management Accountants), the certification division of IMA (The Institute of Management Accountants), announced today that it is making changes to its CMA (Certified Management Accountant) exam.
  • The updates to the exam are being made to ensure the CMA remains relevant in the ever-evolving environment of the management accounting profession.
  • The updated exam will continue to be two parts, with each part containing 100 multiple-choice questions and two essays.
  • The global responses from more than 2,000 professionals will be reflected in the updated exam in January 2020.

MedCerts Launches a Virtually Interactive Online Medical Assistant Program.

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Friday, December 14, 2018
Health, National Healthcareer Association, Medical assistant, CMA, Bay State College

DETROIT, Dec. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- MedCerts , an education provider of next-generation, online certification training, is proud to announce the launch of a Medical Assistant program that delivers a classroom experience in an online setting.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, Dec. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- MedCerts , an education provider of next-generation, online certification training, is proud to announce the launch of a Medical Assistant program that delivers a classroom experience in an online setting.
  • The Medcerts program covers a wide range of skills and objectives that expand beyond the primary functions of a Medical Assistant.
  • Graduates are eligible for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exams, issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
  • MedCerts is a higher learning online education provider of instructor supported flexible online education to students around the globe.

AAMA Installs Claire M. Houghton, CMA (AAMA), as Trustee

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Monday, October 15, 2018
CMA, Medical education in the United States, Medical assistant, Aama

Claire M. Houghton, CMA (AAMA), was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Trustee.

Key Points: 
  • Claire M. Houghton, CMA (AAMA), was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Trustee.
  • In this capacity, Trustee Houghton, a resident of Spokane Valley, Washington, represents medical assistants and CMAs (AAMA) across the nation.
  • Only candidates who graduate from an accredited postsecondary medical assisting program are eligible to sit for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Examination.
  • Every day the AAMA responds to more than 100 employer requests for CMA (AAMA) certification verification for both current and potential employees.

AAMA Installs Monica Case, CMA (AAMA), as AAMA Vice Speaker of the House

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Friday, October 12, 2018
CMA, Medical education in the United States, Medical assistant, Aama, Professional certification

Monica Case, CMA (AAMA), was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Vice Speaker of the House.

Key Points: 
  • Monica Case, CMA (AAMA), was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Vice Speaker of the House.
  • The CMA (AAMA) sets the bar for medical assisting excellence and plays a vital part in delivering quality health care while ensuring patient safety."
  • Only candidates who graduate from an accredited postsecondary medical assisting program are eligible to sit for the CMA (AAMA) Certification Examination.
  • Every day the AAMA responds to more than 100 employer requests for CMA (AAMA) certification verification for both current and potential employees.

AAMA Re-Elects Aimee Wicker, CMA (AAMA), PCMH CCE, as 2018-2020 Trustee

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Wednesday, October 10, 2018
CMA, Medical education in the United States, Medical assistant, Aama

Aimee Wicker, CMA (AAMA), PCMH CCE, was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Trustee.

Key Points: 
  • Aimee Wicker, CMA (AAMA), PCMH CCE, was installed as the 20182020 AAMA Trustee.
  • In this capacity, Aimee Wicker, CMA (AAMA), PCMH CCE, a resident of St. Marys, Ohio, represents medical assistants and CMAs (AAMA) across the nation.
  • The Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA) or CMA (AAMA) credential represents a medical assistant who has been credentialed through the Certifying Board (CB) of the AAMA.
  • Every day, the AAMA responds to more than 100 employer requests for CMA (AAMA) certification verification for both current and potential employees.